About Makani Mills

About Betsy

Aloha! I'm Betsy, the owner of Makani Mills, an artisan sourdough cottage bakery on Hawaiʻi Island. By day, I'm a physical education teacher, and by night, I'm obsessed with sourdough (and the Golden Girls!).

I'm passionate about integrating the unique agricultural abundance of Hawaiʻi into my baking. While wheat flour must be imported, I explore the use of canoe plants like kalo (taro) and ʻulu (breadfruit) as a meaningful, local alternative. For me, it's about honoring both the bread and the plants.

"My mission is simple: to provide my community with the best sourdough experience possible. I’m constantly refining my craft, investing in top-quality ingredients, equipment, and knowledge to ensure every loaf tells a story."